Youth Worker #Bedok Reservoir

GREENSAFE INTERNATIONAL PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational organization in Singapore is seeking an individual to support at-risk students through planning and implementing engaging programmes. The role involves mentoring, supervising student activities, and fostering positive relationships. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and preferably a diploma in counselling or social work, along with at least 2 years of experience working with children. This position is vital for enhancing the educational outcomes of high needs students.

Qualifications

• Registered with the Ministry of Education.
• At least 2 years of experience working with children in primary schools.
• Good working attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Programme planning and implementation to engage High Needs Students.
• Supervise students during activities.
• Establish supportive relationships with HNS.
• Monitor and track student participation.
• Document observations for feedback.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Passion for working with at-risk students

Empathy for students with social emotional needs

Good working attitude

Ability to work in a team

Education

Diploma in Counselling, Social Work or equivalent

Job description

Working Hours

• After School Engagement Programme on selected Wednesdays: 1.00pm to 4.00pm
• Project SuperSpark (School-based UPLIFT Programme) on selected Fridays: 1.00pm to 4:30pm

Requirement

• Shall be registered with the Ministry of Education.
• Should preferably have Diploma in Counselling, Social Work or its equivalent
• Should preferably have 2 years of experience working with children in primary schools
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Passion and disposition to work with at‑risk students
• Empathy for students with social emotional and learning needs
• Possess good working attitude and be willing to learn, not afraid to take up new challenges.
• A good team player

Key Roles

Will report to HOD/CCE and HOD/PE & CCA.

• Programme planning and implementation with school staff to engage the identified High Needs Students (HNS). This includes, but is not limited to:
  • i. Academic Support Programme
  • ii. Mentoring Programmes
  • iii. Engagement Programmes
• Supervise students during activities, ensuring safety and positive interactions.
• Establish positive and supportive relationships with HNS, offering guidance and mentorship to address their challenges and concerns.
• Help manage and guide students towards building positive peer relationships and social‑emotional competencies.
• Monitor and track student participation, following up with school personnel on non‑participation.
• Document observations as feedback for teachers.
• Provide academic support as part of re‑integration for students returning to school after long term absences.
• Share updates and progress on student participation and programme impact for ongoing monitoring and improvement.
• Ensure adherence to the school’s code of conduct during all activities.
• Provide evaluations of the programmes, collecting feedback from students.
• Conduct review of the student engagement programme at the end of the academic year, recommending improvements for future implementation.
• Any duties assigned by School Leaders, HOD/CCE, HOD/ PE & CCA or Administration Manager.